Bachelor of Engineering (Avionics and Electronic Systems Engineering) B.E(A&ESE)

2009

Program Outline

This program is concerned with the principles and technologies that are used in the design and manufacture of complex modern electronic subsystems, with particular focus on those technologies used in avionics systems – including computer systems and networks, guidance and control, navigation, radar and communications technologies.

Graduates of this program will have specialised knowledge in the principles of electrical and electronic design, computer science, digital systems, signal processing, communications, and systems engineering.  The program includes a foundation of fundamental studies in mathematics, physics, computer systems, programming and electrical and electronic technologies.  In later years the focus shifts towards systems engineering, the integration of complex electronic subsystems and application in the domain of airborne electronic systems.

The program will prepare graduates for employment in all types of industries involved in the specification, design, integration, manufacture or maintenance of complex electronic systems.  Emphasis on the avionics application area will prepare graduates for roles in the defence and aviation industries as well as other industries such as telecommunications, automotive, commercial electronics and energy. Please note that each level of the program is intended to be rolled out progressively on an annual basis, therefore in 2009, levels one and two are the only levels available level for commencing students.

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Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Year 12 applicants 2008 Commonwealth-supported TER: 80.45 You must not have completed more than 4 years full time equivalent university study (96 units). You must have gained a 'Recorded Achievement' in four SACE Stage 2 HESS (Higher Education Selection Subjects) General subjects (or interstate/International Baccalaureate equivalents). For a full list of SACE subjects and their HESS status please refer to the SATAC Tertiary Entrance Booklet. You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER). Higher Education applicants You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent higher education study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. VET applicants You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked according to the level of the award. Special Entry applicants You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Your STAT result is weighted such that the verbal component contributes 35% and the quantitative component contributes 65% to your overall score. Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements may also contribute to your rank. If you submit a PC or EE statement, and one of these ranks higher than your STAT score, then the highest ranking statement will contribute 50% to your overall rank and the STAT will contribute the remaining 50%. If you do not submit a PC or EE statement, or if the statements have a lower rank than the STAT, then you will compete for a place on the basis of your STAT result only. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
Prerequisites:	SACE Stage 2: Mathematical Studies and Physics IB: Mathematics (SL grade 5/HL grade 3) and Physics (SL grade 5/HL grade 4)
How to apply:	SATAC Code: 324501 Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $7,412
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6 International TER 80
Prerequisites:	Mathematics and Physics
Assumed knowledge:	Chemistry is desirable
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	Yes
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $23,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Areas of Specialisation

Avionics & Electronic Systems Engineering

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Level I
Semester 1 COMP SCI 1008 Computer Science IA (3 units) MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA * OR MATHS 1013 Mathematics IMA * (3 units) ELEC ENG 1009 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IA (3 units) PHYSICS 1100 Physics IA (3 units) Semester 2 COMP SCI 1009 Computer Science IB (3 units) MATHS 1012 Mathematics IB * OR MATHS 1011 Mathematics IA * (3 units) ELEC ENG 1010 Electrical & Electronic Engineering IB (3 units) MECH ENG 1007 Engineering Mechanics Dynamics (3 units) * Students who have undertaken SACE Stage 2 Specialist Maths will be required to enrol in Maths IA followed by Maths IB. Students who have not taken SACE Stage 2 Specialist maths will be required to enrol in maths IMA followed by Maths IA and Maths IB in summer semester to complete the requirements at Level 1.
Level II
Semester 1 MATHS 2201 Engineering Mathematics I (3 units) COMP SCI 2004 Data Structures & Algorithms (3 units) ELEC ENG 2008 Electronics II (3 units) ELEC ENG 2011 Circuit Analysis (3 units) Semester 2 COMP SCI 2000 Computer Systems (3 units) MATHS 2202 Engineering Mathematics II (3 units) ELEC ENG 2009 Engineering Electromagnetics (3 units) ELEC ENG 2007 Signals & Systems (3 units)
Level III
Semester 1 ELEC ENG 3016 Control III (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Signal Processing III (3 units) ELEC ENG 3018 RF Engineering III (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Practical Electrical and Electronic Design III Part 1 (3 units) Semester 2 ELEC ENG xxxx Complex Systems (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Digital Systems (3 units) COMP SCI 3006 Software Engineering & Project (3 units) MECH ENG 3100 Aeronautical Engineering (3 units)
Level IV
Semester 1 ELEC ENG xxxx Design Project Part 1 OR ELEC ENG xxxx Honours Design Project Part 1# (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Financial Management for Engineers (3 units)    xxxx      xxxx Avionics Sensors & Systems (3 units) Elective (3 units) Semester 2 ELEC ENG xxxx Design Project Part 2 OR ELEC ENG xxxx Honours Project Part 2# (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Management & Professional Practice for Engineers (3 units) ELEC ENG xxxx Systems Engineering (3 units) Elective (3 units) # Students accepted into the Honours stream will take Honours Project and other students will take Design Project.

Career Opportunities

The program will prepare graduates for employment in all types of industries involved in the specification, design, integration, manufacture or maintenance of complex electronic systems. Emphasis on the avionics application area will prepare graduates particularly for roles in the defence and aviation industries, but graduates could also expect to find employment in the telecommunications, automotive, commercial electronics and energy industries.

Useful Links

• Engineering Undergraduate Program Information Leaflet
• Undergraduate Scholarships
• School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Student Centre Enquiry Form

Program Rules

Faculty of Engineering, Computer & Mathematical Sciences